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Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Four die in Sulawesi floods
Four die in Sulawesi floods POSO, Central Sulawesi: Four people were killed in major floods that swept through the province on Sunday, a press report said yesterday.The floods triggered by incessant rains also destroyed a bridge connecting the Banggai and Poso regencies, cutting off the land...
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Assets
Assets Correction: The estimated assets of Eka Tjipta Widjaja, Prayogo Pangestu and Mochtar Riyadi should have read Rp 18 trillion, Rp 16 trillion and Rp 12 trillion, respectively, not in billions as printed in the article "Economic growth and poverty" on this page yesterday. -- Editor
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Plywood prices
Plywood prices In your edition of Saturday, Aug. 12, 1995, in the Business Column entitled Plywood exports tumble due to declining prices, among others you wrote that "Tjipto said that APKINDO spent a large amount of money to cooperate with the Mexicans," ...etc.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Cheap apartments in Muara Angke
Cheap apartments in Muara Angke JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto is scheduled on Friday to inaugurate low-cost apartments for fishermen in Muara Angke, North Jakarta.Minister of Social Services Endang Kusuma Inten Suweno told reporters after meeting with the President at the Merdeka Palace on...
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Spratlys divide China, ASEAN
Spratlys divide China, ASEAN Following China's surprise bold announcement to the ASEAN foreign ministers in Brunei earlier this month, that it would follow the convention in the UN Law of the Sea over the Spratlys, Beijing has further offered an olive branch to the Philippines.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Govt to keep ET code in database system
Govt to keep ET code in database system JAKARTA (JP): The government's insistence on maintaining the ET (ex-political prisoner) code in the population management system's database has drawn fire from a prominent human right activist.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Ali Alatas's complaint
Ali Alatas's complaint Indonesian diplomats should be more articulate in defending their country's interests abroad and not be merely reactive. They should not limit themselves to analyzing developments and reporting on criticism hurled at Indonesia abroad, but be more assertive and proactive.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Local language campaigns for billboards go on
Local language campaigns for billboards go on JAKARTA (JP): The crackdown on billboards and other signs using foreign words will continue next week after being suspended for several days during the official celebration of the 50th anniversary of Indonesia's independence.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Indonesia's non-oil exports recover: Minister
Indonesia's non-oil exports recover: Minister JAKARTA (JP): The rate of growth of Indonesia's non-oil exports, which declined sharply in 1994, has seen a recovery in the first few months of this year, Minister of Trade Satrio B. Joedono said yesterday.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Fishermen held in Sri Lanka
Fishermen held in Sri Lanka PURWOKERTO, Central Java: At least 19 fishermen from Pati and Pekalongan have been detained by security authorities in Sri Lanka on charges of poaching in their territory.The Pekalongan port administrator, Abdulrochim, said yesterday that the fishermen left early this...
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Jakartans to use new ID cards by early next year
Jakartans to use new ID cards by early next year JAKARTA (JP): City administration will start implementing a new type of identity card early next year, a high-ranking city official announced yesterday.Deputy Governor for Government Affairs Idroes said that first, city administration should provide...
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Unemployed men arrested for beating friend to death
Unemployed men arrested for beating friend to death JAKARTA (JP): Police in Tebet, South Jakarta, have arrested five men, aged between 16 and 23, on charges of causing the death of a member of their own group of friends after the victim lost a drinking competition.City Police Spokesman Lt. Col.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Govt prepares measures to promote investment
Govt prepares measures to promote investment JAKARTA (JP): The government is preparing special measures to improve the business climate, to attract more investment, so that the investment target of Rp 815 trillion (US$360.3 billion) can be achieved within the Sixth Five Year Development Plan period.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Wal-Mart to enter RI
Wal-Mart to enter RI JAKARTA (JP): Another foreign retail business will enter Indonesia through a franchising mechanism.Wal-Mart Stores Inc. of the United States announced yesterday that it will enter Indonesia early next year following the signing of an agreement between Wal-Mart Stores and the...
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Cooperatives help potato farmers
Cooperatives help potato farmers JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Cooperatives Council (Dekopin), in cooperation with the Canadian Cooperatives Association, will help potato farmers improve their management in production, distribution, financing and marketing, an executive said.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Indonesia yet to see triumph of people's rights
Indonesia yet to see triumph of people's rightsBy T. Mulya Lubis JAKARTA (JP): Literature about people's rights contain many debates on individual rights, rights of groups, rights of the state and rights of the people. Most often debated are, indeed, individual rights.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Debunking Dutch colonialism
Debunking Dutch colonialismBy Onghokham JAKARTA (JP): It is perhaps a good idea to do some reminiscing on colonial history on the occasion of the Dutch Queen's visit to Indonesia.It is at least a good idea for one in his early 60s and once a subject of the late Queen Wilhelmina, queen Beatrix's...
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Flag burning insults people
Flag burning insults people My heart ached profoundly when I watched, on TV, the Red-and- White flag burning incident in Australia, the scribbling in the Philippines, and when I learned of a similar incident in New Zealand.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Meekatharra buys RI project
Meekatharra buys RI project SYDNEY (Reuter): Meekatharra Minerals Ltd. said it has agreed to buy out the 52 percent stake held by its partner, Aurora Gold Ltd., in Indonesian gold mining firm Natarang Offshore Pty. Ltd.
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Wage increase for independence
Wage increase for independence JAKARTA (JP): PT Tensia manufacturing Indonesia, a foreign investment company, has decided to raise the wages of its 350 workers 2.5 to 10 percent next month.Pangestu Hartono, an executive of the company which deals with the services in the manufacture of cosmetic...
Wed, 23 Aug 1995
Mayor wants control over development intensified
Mayor wants control over development intensified JAKARTA (JP): The City Council has instructed the South Jakarta mayor to get control of development in the South Jakarta mayoralty and to cut back on the threats of demolition.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
No apology needed
No apology needed Now, after 50 years of independence and as we are welcoming Queen Beatrix, the question is whether it's still relevant to debate the issue of 350 years of Dutch colonialism in Indonesia.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Another milestone recorded at PTUN
Another milestone recorded at PTUN JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta State Administrative Court (PTUN) yesterday recorded another dramatic decision when its judges ruled in favor of 25 West Jakarta residents in their lawsuits against Mayor Sutardjianto for the demolition of their houses.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Mr. Fust
Mr. Fust I read the letter of Mr. T.C. Scott in The Jakarta Post, Aug. 8, 1995 which informed that a German national named Guenther Fust passed away.I did not know the late Herr Fust personally but I had heard of his contribution to the kelurahan (village) of Pulau Kelapa.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Pancasila morals
Pancasila moralsFrom Media Indonesia It should be regretted if there are still some Indonesians who cannot accept Pancasila morals to be included in school subjects.Pancasila morals are a means to unite school children who have different creeds.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Germany to open trade house here
Germany to open trade house here JAKARTA (JP): Germany plans to open a trade house in Jakarta to anticipate Indonesia's increasingly strong economic role in Southeast Asia, a senior German official says.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
A fitting independence gift
A fitting independence gift As Indonesia celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Dutch business community is presenting a beautiful gift. A unique 18th century monument in the old part of Jakarta, which until recently housed the National Archives, has been renovated.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Buddhists to hold social activities
Buddhists to hold social activities JAKARTA (JP): Buddhists who are members of the Vihara Nirmala Foundation in Tangerang will be doing voluntary social work in honor of the Buddhist holiday of Cioko on Friday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
NUFFIC -- road to academic excellence
NUFFIC -- road to academic excellence After half a century of independence, Indonesia's urge to develop is stronger than ever. Education of the new generation is seen as the basis for the future as indeed it is.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Beijing to host NAM meeting on women's affairs
Beijing to host NAM meeting on women's affairs JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Women's Roles Mien Sugandhi will, in place of President Soeharto, open and close a two-day Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) ministerial meeting on women's affairs in Beijing on Sept. 1 and 2.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
TV today
TV todayTVRI 2:35 p.m. TV Series: Hassai Sensei 3:05 Playground 3:30 TV Series: Singen 4:30 Science Program 5:00 Regional News 5:30 English Lessons 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Economic Info 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Talk Show: Wawasan 8:05 TV Drama Journey 9:00 World...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Man killed by his brother-in-law
Man killed by his brother-in-law JAKARTA (JP): A man was stabbed to death by his brother-in-law in Depok, yesterday, police reported.Depok police district sources reported that the victim, identified as Hari Utama, 40, was stabbed while involved in a fight with Pur, 35, in his house.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Law expert laments rising crime rates
Law expert laments rising crime rates SEMARANG, Central Java (JP): Satjipto Rahardjo, a prominent legal expert and human rights activist, says Indonesia is facing an increasing incidence of crime, waning social solidarity and flourishing materialism.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Coca-Cola worker gets award
Coca-Cola worker gets award JAKARTA (JP): Muhamad Soleh, a Coca-Cola Bottler worker in Jakarta, has been declared one of Jakarta's model workers of 1995.Governor Surjadi Soedirdja made the announcement at City Hall yesterday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Goh ready to mend rift with Philippines
Goh ready to mend rift with Philippines SINGAPORE (AFP): Singapore's Premier Goh Chok Tong has said that he was prepared to restore relations with the Philippines following a bilateral fracas over the hanging of a Filipino maid here.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Legislator to sue Portugal
Legislator to sue Portugal DILI, East Timor: A local legislator is considering bringing the Portuguese government to the International Court of Justice for allegedly killing about 1,000 people during its 450 years of colonial administration in the territory.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Indonesia routs Holland in junior tennis
Indonesia routs Holland in junior tennis JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian junior tennis players completed a rout of their Dutch counterparts in friendly matches at the Hilton tennis courts on Sunday.Indonesia suffered its only loss as boys' singles Peter Handoyo crashed to Stefan Aarts in a marathon match...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Human concept of growth
Human concept of growth President Soeharto, in his annual National Day Address to the House of Representatives, likes to cite not only economic but also social indicators in relation to the people's welfare.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Park inspires Reds to victory
Park inspires Reds to victory JAKARTA (JP): Aspac's American Bobby Parks poured in a game- high 30 points to lead the Red team over the Whites 115-102 in their Kobatama All Stars basketball duel on Sunday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Squatter families told to quit PT Telkom's land
Squatter families told to quit PT Telkom's land JAKARTA (JP): The West Jakarta authorities have asked 16 families to move from a 2,740-square-meter plot of land in Slipi, West Jakarta, because the owner, the state telecommunications company PT Telkom, wants to use the land for offices and an...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
'Calculation method of inflation needs revision'
'Calculation method of inflation needs revision' JAKARTA (JP): The method in calculating the consumer price index should be reviewed in order to give a more objective inflation figure, analysts suggested.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
PCPP to hold first congress
PCPP to hold first congress PURWOKERTO, Central Java: The newly-established Association of Intellectuals for Pancasila Development (PCPP) plans to hold its first congress in September.Its founders hope to become a nationally recognized organization.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Youths question uneven development
Youths question uneven development JAKARTA (JP): Participants in the National Youth March, sharing their impressions on development in various regions with President Soeharto yesterday, questioned him about the uneven rate of progress across the provinces.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Toilet needed
Toilet needed I am an American tourist. I have visited your beautiful parks and recreation areas. To my disappointment, I could not find a toilet suited for Westerners. I have heard many complaints from others. We Westerners cannot squat like most Asians and wash ourselves like you do.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
American giant to expand business in Indonesia
American giant to expand business in Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): General Electric of the United States plans to expand its business in Indonesia after establishing several joint venture companies in the country.The president of General Electric Teknologi Indonesia (GETI), John L.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Helping to nourish RI's primary education
Helping to nourish RI's primary education Elisabeth Klaver is project manager of the assistance team for the research component of the Primary Education Quality Improvement Project (PEQIP). With her team, she assists a Central Project Management Unit in the Direktorat Pendidikan Dasar (Directorate...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Alatas urges RI diplomats to be more articulate
Alatas urges RI diplomats to be more articulate JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas urged Indonesian diplomats yesterday to be more articulate in defending the country's interests instead of simply reporting on criticism hurled at Indonesia.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Message from Prime Minister Willem Kok
Message from Prime Minister Willem Kok This year 1995 is the 50th anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia's declaration of independence.Let me therefore take this opportunity to offer President Soeharto and the Indonesian people my sincere congratulations on reaching this milestone.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
ASEAN ministers to meet
ASEAN ministers to meet SINGAPORE (Reuter): ASEAN agricultural ministers will meet in Singapore from Aug. 24 to 26 to discuss the inclusion of farm products in the region's free-trade plan.The meeting, also expected to discuss regional cooperation in food, agriculture and forestry, is being...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995
Message from Ambassador P.R. Brouwer
Message from Ambassador P.R. Brouwer Queen Beatrix, Prince Claus and Crown Prince Willem Alexander are making a state visit to Indonesia this week. It will be Queen Beatrix's first visit to Indonesia. In 1993 Prince Claus and Prince Willem Alexander paid a visit to Indonesia, while Prince Bernhard,...